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    Apr 8, 2007, 11:34 AM
    Upgrade breakers?
    I have two 20a amp breakers I replaced recently due to tripping off. They continue to do the same with the new 20a breakers. Is it time to upgrade to a 30 amp or is there something wrong with the wiring or the pool pump which is what these breakers operate?
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    Apr 9, 2007, 02:49 AM
    The circuit will need to be troubleshooted, using an amp meter to see if the motors are drawing more than normal. There may also be a short in the circuits. Better to check out the problem before upgrading the breakers to 30 amp, which would need all #10 wire be pulled.
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